33 Creative Ways to Use Embroidery Thread

Embroidery floss can be used to make tons of different things, and we’re not just talking about friendship bracelets. The color options are endless, it can be found at almost any craft store and it doesn’t come with a steep price tag like some DIY supplies can. We’ve rounded up 33 projects that let you get crafty with embroidery floss. Untie the DIYer inside of you and get your make on!

1. Basket Storage: Floss, yarn, string… anything you can thread will work for this project that adds some serious pizzazz to a storage basket. (via The Red Thread)

2. Braided Chain Accessories: There’s something about blue and gold together that truly makes for a gorgeous piece of jewelry. But if blue’s not your hue, swap it out for any shade that complements a gold or silver chain. (via Brit + Co)

3. Embroidery Beads: If we didn’t need craft stores for the embroidery floss, this DIY would be puttin’ them out of business. Learn how to make your own beads to add to a unique jewelry piece. (via Lines Across)

5. String and Nail Art: For real, that’s it… just string and nails. Spell out a child’s name to display in a bedroom, or a company’s name to make an office entryway really pop. (via Pop + Circumstance)

14. Place Card Party Favors: Cut out the initials of each of your guests, wrap them with floss and stick magnets on the back. Everyone will know their place, and they can even take them home to slap on the fridge after the party. (via The Sweetest Occasion)

16. Map Artwork: With a needle and thread, you can mark colorful maps to show all of the places you’ve traveled (or want to travel). Framing each map makes for some gorgeous wall art. (via Martha Stewart)

23. Side Comb Upgrade: There was a time when we were unsure of the side comb’s cool factor. This upgrade proves that they can be soo cool, though. (via Brit + Co)

24. Chuck Taylors Upgrade: Don’t let those adorable Converse sneaks hide in the back of your closet any longer. With just a needle and some fun colored floss you can pump them up in no time. (via Free People Blog)

32. Colorful Hoop Earrings: Finding a pair of earrings to match every outfit can get expensive. This trick lets you change up the same pair as many times as you want, or use simple sets of inexpensive hoops to create lots of pairs that go with everything. (via Creature Comforts)

33. Embroidery Floss Storage: While this DIY might not yield a piece of jewelry or colorful sandals, it’s the absolute best and easiest way to keep all that embroidery floss organized and neat until your next project. (via Mrs. Jones)

Which of these projects caught your crafty eye? Talk to us below and tell us which DIY you’ll be adding to your to-make list!

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